# Equipment Operator Journey 1/2/3 Lead — Transportation and Public Facilities · Alaska Jobs [← The Board](https://alaskajobs.org/) · [Trades & labor jobs](https://alaskajobs.org/jobs/trades) # Equipment Operator Journey 1/2/3 Lead Transportation and Public Facilities - **Location** — Yakutat, AK - **PCN** — 252495 - **Salary** — $30.43 - $34.43 Hourly (Range 54 / 53 / 52) - **Type** — Full Time - **Open to** — Alaska Residents Only - **Bargaining unit** — Labor, Trades and Craft - **Timing** — Year-round - **Posted** — 2026-09-15 - **Closes** — 2026-09-25 - **Source** — Workplace Alaska (State of Alaska) (synced) Job Description ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY! The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Southcoast Region Highways & Aviation/M&O is looking for an Equipment Operator Journey 1/2/3 Lead Flex position in Yakutat to help us Keep Alaska Moving! SALARY INFORMATION: Equipment Operator Journey 1: $30.43 / Hourly (overtime eligible) Equipment Operator Journey 2: $32.29 / Hourly (overtime eligible) Equipment Operator Lead/Journey 3: $34.43 / Hourly (overtime eligible) What you will be doing: Equipment Operator Journey 1 Performs airport and highway maintenance at a State maintenance station that includes a rural Part 139 certificated airport. Responsible for maintaining State highways, airports, seaplane floats, bridges, and docks in a safe and fully operable condition for use by the traveling public. Complies with all applicable Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and State of Alaska rules and regulations concerning maintenance and operation of Highways and airports. This position will utilize various types of light duty equipment to perform maintenance activities in support of State of Alaska mission and maintenance of infrastructure. Use of heavy equipment will be in a training capacity. Equipment Operator Journey 2 Performs airport and highway maintenance at the State maintenance station that includes a rural Part 139 certificated airport. Responsible for maintaining State highways, airports, seaplane floats, bridges, and docks in a safe and fully operable condition for use by the traveling public. Complies with all applicable Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and State of Alaska rules and regulations concerning maintenance and operation of highways and airports. Equipment Operator Journey 3 Performs airport and highway maintenance at a State maintenance station that includes a rural Part 139 certificated airport. Responsible for maintaining State highways, airports, seaplane floats, bridges, and docks in a safe and fully operable condition for use by the traveling public. Complies with all applicable FHWA, FAA, TSA, and State rules and regulations concerning maintenance and operation of highways and airports. Our Mission, Values, and Culture: The Yakutat Maintenance Station is made up of 5 staff who work cooperatively to operate and maintain regulatory certification and compliance of a rural Part 139 certificated airport, State highways, and roads. Our crews operate and maintain these airports and roadways in all conditions, year around. Whether plowing snow in near “white-out” conditions to prepare the Airport for normal aircraft operations; maintaining roadways for the traveling public; repairing asphalt on paved surfaces; conducting security inspections on at the airport; maintaining airport lighting systems; clearing right-of-ways and airport safety areas of vegetation overgrowth; or training for any emergency that may occur. Our ideal candidate will thrive on the variety of tasks and the teamwork that this busy environment offers. Benefits of Joining Our Team: Joining the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers an array of benefits, with career growth opportunities at the forefront. As an integral part of Alaska's infrastructure development and maintenance, DOT&PF provides employees with a dynamic and diverse work environment where they can continually enhance their skills and climb the career ladder. The department values professional development, offering training programs and mentorship opportunities to help individuals expand their expertise and advance in their chosen fields. With the vast and unique challenges of Alaska's geography and climate, employees can work on groundbreaking projects that contribute to the state's growth, making the DOT&PF an ideal choice for those seeking a fulfilling and evolving career in transportation and public facilities. The State of Alaska has a generous benefits package and an excellent retirement plan. Please see here for more information: https://doa.alaska.gov/dop/workplace/benefits/ . The DOT&PF core values are integrity, excellence, and respect. We support an environment focused on teamwork and collaboration to achieve results. We succeed in achieving our transportation mission through building credibility with our customers, stakeholders, and the public. A successful candidate will have sound judgment, decision-making, and a strong ethical and professional conduct history. The Working Environment You Can Expect: Working at the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) offers a uniquely challenging and rewarding environment. With Alaska's diverse and expansive terrain, coupled with its extreme weather conditions, employees of the DOT&PF can work in various locations, including remote locations and urban centers, addressing a wide range of transportation needs. Their roles demand adaptability and resourcefulness as they maintain and improve roads, bridges, airports, ports, and public facilities in a state known for rugged terrain and extreme seasonal changes. This work not only presents professionals with a range of fascinating challenges but also allows them to contribute to developing and maintaining critical infrastructure against the backdrop of Alaska's breathtaking natural beauty, reflecting a strong commitment to safety and environmental responsibility. This position with the Yakutat Maintenance Station crew is located in Yakutat, Alaska. The crew operates and maintains our roadways in all conditions, year around. Whether plowing snow in near “white-out” conditions; maintaining roadways for the traveling public; repairing asphalt on paved surfaces; clearing right-of-ways of vegetation overgrowth; or training for any emergency that may occur. Our ideal candidate will thrive on the variety of tasks and the teamwork that this busy environment offers May require travel to other stations, possibly for extended periods, during the summer months to complete projects. Who We Are Looking For: To be successful in this position, the selected applicant will possess the following core competencies: Transportation: Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road including cost and limits. Vehicle Operation: knowledge of procedures for operating motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, or watercraft. Problem solving: Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. Eye-hand coordination: Accurately coordinate one's eyes with one's fingers, wrists, or arms to perform job-related tasks (for example, to move, carry, or manipulate objects) To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/ classspecs Special Note: Class A CDL with N-Tanker endorsement- See CDL Section below. Where applicable , the incumbent shall obtain and maintain firearms qualification. Minimum Qualifications Equipment Operator Journey 1 Any combination of education and/or progressively responsible experience providing the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the essential duties of independently operating small or non-specialized (light duty) motorized equipment to perform specific assignments as an assistant under direction, using standard methods and techniques of the operational field. Essential Core Competencies: Knowledge of equipment functions; equipment use appropriate to specific conditions and assignment; appropriate use of construction, maintenance, agricultural or other chemicals and materials; hazardous materials regulations; and safety regulations and practices related to equipment use and operat [Apply at the source ↗](https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alaska/jobs/5479858/equipment-operator-journey-1-2-3-lead-pcn-252495) ## Express confidential interest Alaska politics is a small world. If you can't be seen job-hunting, submit a sealed interest : the employer sees only your alias and pitch. Your name and contact stay sealed until they request an introduction and you approve it . 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